The race weekend is about speed, sound, and serious energy—but let’s be honest, it’s also about great food. If you’re in town for the Honda Indy this summer, you’re in luck: Markham delivers a food scene as dynamic as the track itself. Here’s where to refuel between laps.
Main St Unionville: Charming Stops for a Quick Refuel
Just minutes from the action, Main St Unionville offers a slower pace with plenty of flavour. Stroll down historic Main Street and you’ll find patios, cafés, and cozy spots perfect for a midday break or post-race wind-down.
What you’ll find:
- Patio dining with small-town charm
- Brunch spots and bakeries
- Casual-to-upscale dinner options
The spots:
- Next Door Restaurant, Global Fusion 2.1km from track
- Il Postino, Italian Restaurant 2.5km from track
- La Fonte, Italian Bistro 3.2km from track
- Calabria Bakery, Italian Bakery & Market 2.5km from track
- Espresso 21 Cafe, Cafe 2.3km from track
- La Grotta, Italian and Mediterranean Restaurant 2.5km from track
- Jake’s On Main, Pub 2.6km from track
- Unionville Arms Pub & Grill, Pub 2.5km from track
- Watercolour, Mediterranean Restaurant 2.4km from track
- Pig & Chick, A Korean Restaurant 2.5km from track
- Chat Bar, Skewer Bar 2.4km from track
- Old Country Inn, Austrian Restaurant 2.5km from track
- Papa Pixels, Crepe & Dessert Shop 2.4km from track
- Behind The Alley, Specialty Coffee Bar 2.2km from track
- Flavours of Unionville, Ice Cream Shop 2.3km from track
- Sweetie Pie, Pie Shop 2.5km from track
- Ambiyan, Indian Restaurant 2.3km from track
- ACoffee, Cafe 2.6km from track
- Sumoki Yakitori, Japanese Izakaya 2.4km from track
Highway 7: Global Flavours at Full Speed
If your appetite is as big as race day excitement, head to Highway 7—Markham’s unofficial foodie highway. This stretch is packed with some of the most diverse and authentic eats in the GTA.
What you’ll find:
- Authentic Asian cuisine (Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and more)
- Casual eateries and late-night spots
- Quick, delicious, and high-energy dining
The spots:
- Smash Kitchen & Bar, Bar and Restaurant 2.3km from track
- Alchemy Coffee, Cafe 2.0km from track
- Xiang Zi Hot Pot, Hot Pot Restaurant 3.0km from track
- Sansotei Ramen, Ramen Restaurant 3.0km from track
- Dopapen Coffee, Coffee Shop 3.0km from track
- Machi Machi, Bubble Tea Shop 3.0km from track
- Hitotoki Bakery, Japanese Bakery 1.9km from track
- Miki Sushi, Sushi Restaurant 1.8km from track
- Nam 2, Vietnamese Restaurant 1.9km from track
- Master Tako, Japanese Takoyaki Shop 1.9km from track
- Bo Tree Plant Based Cuisine, Plant Based Restaurant 2.0km from track
Downtown Markham: Modern Dining, Race Night Vibes
Looking for something sleek and lively? Downtown Markham blends modern restaurants with nightlife energy—perfect for turning race day into race night. Grab dinner, sip cocktails, and keep the momentum going long after the engines cool.
What you’ll find:
- Trendy restaurants and bars
- Shareable plates and elevated menus
- Evening entertainment and vibrant patios
The spots:
- Pears, Asian brasserie, 2.0km from track
- Costa Sorrento, Italian restaurant 1.8km from track
- Draco, Canadian Cuisine, 1.8km from track
- Poke Guys, Poke bare 2.0km from track
- Patisserie Fleur, French patisserie 2.3km from track
- Demetres, Dessert restaurant 1.8km from track
- Good Catch Bar & Cafe, Seafood restaurant 1.7km from track
- Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Steakhouse 2.2km from track
- Lucullus Bakery & Roasters, Hong Kong bakery 2.0km from track
- Aroma Espresso Bar, Cafe 1.8km from track
- Milestones Grill & Bar Markham, Bar & Grill 2.0 km from track
Come hungry and make your race weekend in Markham just as memorable off the track as it is on it. Don’t forget to tag us in the fun #VisitMarkham
